Carmine's
Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted the Carmine's concept with a singular vision; bringing his guests "wow-factor" sized portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast. Platters of homestyle antipasto, pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing amongst friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!
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Appetizers
Baked Clams
Fresh Littleneck Clams Baked w/ Our Seasoned Breadcrumbs & Clam Broth
Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed Mushroom Caps with Sweet Italian Sausage, Sweet Pepper & Hot Pepper Filling
Portobello Parmigiana
Large Portobello Mushrooms Breaded & Fried - Served Parmigiana Style with Marinara Sauce & Melted Cheese
Roasted Peppers w/ Mozzarella
Freshly Roasted Red Peppers Topped w/ Mozzarella & Basil Herb Oil
Spicy Scarpariello Wings
Garlic & Rosemary Marinade, Pan Fried & Tossed in a Spicy Lemon Butter Herb Sauce w/ Gorgonzola Dipping Sauce
Zuppa di Clams – Red Or White
Fresh Little Neck Clams Cooked in a Red or White Broth w/ Garlic, White Wine & Herbs
Zuppa di Mussels – Red Or White
Fresh Mussels Cooked in a Red or White Broth w/ Garlic, White Wine & Herbs
Cold Antipasto
Seafood Salad, Mozzarella Charcuterie, Marinated Cremini Mushrooms, Grape Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella, Neapolitan Cauliflower Salad, Couscous with Pesto & Roasted Peppers, House-Cured Salmon w/ Lemon Mascarpone, Eggplant Caponata & Romana & Black Pepper Flatbread w/ Prosciutto
Hot Antipasto
Mussels Fra Diavolo, Clams Casino, Eggplant Rollatini w/ Spinach & Cheese, Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower w/ Pancetta, Stromboli w/ Chicken Sausage, Spinach & Cheese, Mozzarella en Carrozza w/ Pesto, Fried Raviolinis w/ Marinara & Spinach & Artichoke Dip Crostini
Fried Calamari
Fresh Calamari Lightly Dusted in Our Seasoned Flour - Served w/ Spicy Marinara Sauce on the Side
Spiedini alla Romana
Thick Sliced Bread Rubbed w/ Garlic, Layered w/ Fresh Mozzarella Cheese & Stacked - Toasted & Melted Topped w/ Lemon, Butter, White Wine, Capers & Anchovies Sauce
Stuffed Artichokes
Stuffed & Baked w/ Our Seasoned Breadcrumbs in Chicken Stock
Fried Zucchini
Shoestring Strands of Zucchini Dredged in Milk & Lightly Breaded in Seasoned Flour - Fried Golden Brown & Topped w/ Grated Romano Cheese
Garlic Bread Parmigiana
Thick Sliced Bread Topped w/ Garlic & Herb Butter
PASTAS
Lasagna
Layers of Ground Beef & Veal Layered with Three Cheeses - Baked & Topped with Our Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Shrimp
Shrimp Sautéed with Fresh Garlic & Herbs Cooked with Choice of White (garlic, Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs & Clam Juice) or Red (adds Tomato) Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Penne Alla Vodka
Chopped Plum Tomatoes Combined with Cream, Romano Cheese, Sautéed Onions, Garlic & Crushed Red Pepper Flakes - Feeds 2-4
Clam
Sliced Cherry Stone Clams Cooked with Choice of White (garlic, Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs & Clam Juice) or Red (adds Tomato) Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Rigatoni Broccoli
Sautéed Broccoli with Choice of Sauce - Signature Marinara or White Sauce (Garlic, Oil with Chicken Stock & Fresh Herbs) - Feeds 2-4
Marinara
Our Signature Sauce of Plum Tomatoes, Olive Oil, Garlic, Fresh Herbs & Romano Cheese - Feeds 2-4
Garlic & Oil
Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs, Garlic & Chicken Stock.. Topped with Season Breadcrumbs & Romano - Feeds 2-4
Sausage
Sweet Italian Pork Sausage Links with Choice of Sauce - Our Slow-Cooked Ragu Sauce or Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Calamari
Calamari Served with Either Red Sauce (garlic, Fresh Herbs, a touch of Crushed Red Pepper, White Wine & Italian Plum Tomatoes) or White Sauce (garlic, Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs & Clam Juice) - Feeds 2-4
Mixed Seafood
a Variety of Seafood including Lobster, Shrimp, Clams, Mussels & Calamari & Served with Either White (garlic & Oil with Garlic & Herbs) or Red (adds Plum Tomato & Marinara) Sauce - Feeds 3-5
Ragu (assorted Meats)
Meatballs, Italian Sausage Slow-Cooked in a Rich Shredded Meat Tomato Sauce - Feeds 3-5
Rigatoni Broccoli Sausage
Sautéed Broccoli, Crumbled Italian Sausage with Choice of Sauce - Signature Marinara or White Sauce (Garlic, Oil with Chicken Stock & Fresh Herbs) - Feeds 2-4
Giardiniera
Fresh Medley of Broccoli, Spinach, Italian Plum Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions, Mushrooms, Basil, Parsley, Vegetable Stock & Grated Romano Cheese - Feeds 2-4Vegan Ordered Without Cheese
Ravioli W/ Cheese
Three Cheese Ravioli with Choice of Sauce - Our Slow-cooked Ragu Sauce or Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Rigatoni Country Style
Rich & Buttery Sauce Consisting of Pork Sausage, Prosciutto, Chicken Stock, Cannellini Beans, Broccoli, Onions & Romano Cheese - Feeds 3-5
Manicotti
Thin Italian Egg Crepes Stuffed with a Mixture of Four Cheeses - Baked Over a Layer of Our Signature Marinara Sauce - Approximately 5-6pcs
Meatballs
Our Homemade Meatballs Consisting of Beef & Veal Served in a Combination of Marinara & Ragu Sauces - Feeds 2-4
Bolognese Meat Sauce
Slowly Simmered Tomato Sauce with Ground Beef & Sweet Italian Sausage - Feeds 2-4
Pomodoro
Plum Tomatoes Sautéed in White Wine, Garlic, Oil & Prosciutto - Feeds 2-4
BEST SELLERS
Penne Alla Vodka
Chopped Plum Tomatoes Combined with Cream, Romano Cheese, Sautéed Onions, Garlic & Crushed Red Pepper Flakes - Feeds 2-4
Meatballs
Six Over-Sized Meatballs Made with Beef & Veal Served in Our Signature Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Eggplant Parmigiana
Lightly Battered & Fried Eggplant Thinly Sliced - Layered with Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Romano Cheeses Piled High Then Baked - Feeds 2-4
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded Chicken - Pan-Fried to a Crispy Golden Brown Topped with Melted Mozzarella & Romano Cheese & Served Over Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Caesar Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Romano Cheese, Homemade Garlic Croutons- Served with House Made Caesar Dressing on the Side - Feeds 2-4
Bread Pudding
Toasted Italian Bread with Golden Raisins, Chocolate Chips, Soaked in a Custard Consisting of Cinnamon, Eggs, Vanilla, & Heavy Cream - Baked Until Crispy Brown, Served Warm with Whipped Cream on The Side - Feeds 2-4
ENTREES
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded Chicken - Pan-Fried to a Crispy Golden Brown Topped with Melted Mozzarella & Romano Cheese & Served Over Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Veal Parmigiana
Breaded Thin Pounded Veal - Pan-Fried to a Crispy Golden Brown Topped with Melted Mozzarella - Served Over Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Chicken Scaloppine W/ Lemon & Butter
Chicken Scaloppine Sautéed in a Lemon & Butter Sauce Served Over Sauteed Spinach - Feeds 2-3
Chicken Scarpariello
Whole Chicken Cut on The Bone Marinated in Lemon, Garlic, Rosemary - Pan Fried & Finished with a Lemon Butter Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Veal Saltimbocca
Thin Sliced Veal on a Bed of Sautéed Spinach Topped with Prosciutto & Melted Mozzarella in a Marsala Wine Sauce - Feeds 2-3
Veal Scaloppine W/ Lemon & Butter
Thin Sliced Veal Scaloppine Sautéed in a Lemon & Butter Sauce Over Sautéed Spinach - Feeds 2-3
Chicken Cutlet
Breaded Thin Pounded Chicken - Pan-Fried to a Crispy Golden Brown - Feeds 2-4
Chicken Contadina
Whole Chicken Cut on The Bone Pan-Fried & Served with Roasted Peppers, Potatoes & Sweet Italian Sausage - Topped with Sweet Pepper Vinegar - Feeds 3-5
Chicken Scaloppine Marsala
Chicken Scaloppine Sautéed with Fresh Sliced Mushrooms Simmered in a Deep Rich Veal Stock & Marsala Wine Sauce - Feeds 2-3
Chicken Saltimbocca
Thin Sliced Chicken on a Bed of Sautéed Spinach Topped with Prosciutto & Melted Mozzarella in a Marsala Wine Sauce - Feeds 2-3
Veal Cutlet
Breaded Thin Pounded Veal - Pan-Fried to a Crispy Golden Brown - Feeds 2-4
Veal Scaloppine Marsala
Veal Scaloppine Sautéed with Fresh Sliced Mushrooms Simmered in a Deep Rich Veal Stock & Marsala Wine Sauce - Feeds 2-3
Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp Broiled with Garlic Breadcrumbs Served in a Garlic, Clam Juice, Olive Oil & Butter Sauce - Feeds 2-3
Shrimp Parmigiana
Shrimp Breaded & Pan-Fried Topped with Melted Mozzarella & Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-3
Salmon Oreganata
22 Oz Salmon Fillet Topped with Garlic Butter & Seasoned Bread Crumbs, Broiled & Served with a Scampi Sauce, Clams & Mussels - Feeds 2-4
Porterhouse Steak
45oz Porterhouse Seasoned & Cooked to Your Liking, Finished with Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs & Garlic - Feeds 2-4
Porterhouse Contadina
45 Oz Porterhouse Cooked to Your Liking with Sautéed Peppers & Onions, Roasted Potatoes, & Sausage Links, & Finished with Sweet & Spicy Pepperoncini Juice- Feeds 3-5
Porterhouse Pizzaiola
45 Oz Porterhouse Cooked to Your Liking, Sautéed Green & Red Bell Peppers & Onions, Fresh Pomodoro Sauce- Feeds 2-4
Porterhouse W/ Peppers & Onions
45 Oz Porterhouse Cooked to Your Liking Served with Seasoned Sautéed Peppers & Onions- Feeds 2-4
Shrimp Marinara
Shrimp Sautéed with Garlic & Fresh Herbs in a Marinara Sauce with White Wine - Feeds 2-3
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Shrimp Sautéed in a Spicy Marinara Sauce with White Wine & Fresh Herbs - Feeds 2-3
APPETIZERS
Spicy Scarpariello Wings
Marinated w/ Garlic & Rosemary, Pan-Fried & Tossed in a Spicy Lemon & Butter Herb Sauce Served w/ Gorgonzola Dipping Sauce - Approximately 20-24pcs
Zuppa Di Clams
Fresh Little Neck Clams Cooked in a Red or White Broth w/ Garlic, White Wine & Herbs - Approximately 16-18pcs
Fried Calamari
Fresh Calamari Lightly Dusted in Our Seasoned Flour - Served w/ Spicy Marinara Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Stuffed Artichoke
Stuffed & Baked w/ Our Seasoned Breadcrumbs in Chicken Stock - 2 Per Order
Carmine's Salad
Mixed Greens, Tomato, Onions, Pepperoncini, Celery, Radish, Olives Topped w/ Diced Meats & Cheeses - Served with House Vinaigrette Dressing on the Side - Feeds 2-4
Spiedini Alla Romana
Thick Sliced Bread Rubbed w/ Garlic, Layered w/ Fresh Mozzarella Cheese & Stacked - Toasted & Melted Topped w/ Lemon, Butter, White Wine, Capers & Anchovies Sauce - Feeds 2-4
Garlic Bread Parmigiana
Thick Sliced Bread Topped w/ Garlic & Herb Butter - Approximately 8-9pcs
Zuppa Di Mussels
Fresh Mussels Cooked in a Red or White Broth w/ Garlic, White Wine & Herbs - Approximately 18-20pcs
Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed Mushroom Caps with Sweet Italian Sausage, Sweet Pepper & Hot Pepper Filling - Approximately 6-8pcs
Fried Zucchini
Shoestring Strands of Zucchini Dredged in Milk & Lightly Breaded in Seasoned Flour - Fried Golden Brown & Topped w/ Grated Romano Cheese - Feeds 2-4
Caesar Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Romano Cheese, Homemade Garlic Croutons- Served with House Made Caesar Dressing on the Side. (Dressing will always contain Anchovy Paste) - Feeds 2-4
Caprese Salad
Tomato, Mozzarella, Black & Green Olives, Onions & Roasted Red Peppers Dressed w/ Oil & Vinegar
Portobello Parmigiana
Large Portobello Mushrooms Breaded & Fried - Served Parmigiana Style with Marinara Sauce & Melted Cheese - Feeds 2-3
Roasted Peppers, Mozzarella W/ Anchovy
Freshly Roasted Red Peppers Topped, Mozzarella w/ Anchovies & Basil Herb Oil - Feeds 2-4
Baked Clams
Fresh Little Neck Clams Baked w/ Our Seasoned Breadcrumbs & Clam Broth - Approximately 10-12pcs
Hot Antipasto
An Assortment of Seasonally Chef Selected Hot Appetizers including seafood, hot dips and assorted parmigiana items . - Feeds 2-4 – Please inquire before ordering if you have any food restrictions.
Cold Antipasto
An Assortment of Seasonally Chef Selected Cold Appetizers including seafood, cheeses, and cured meats. - Feeds 2-4 – Please inquire before ordering if you have any food restrictions.
Mixed Green Salad
Mixed Greens, Tomato, Onions, Pepperoncini, Celery, Radish, Olives - Served with House Vinaigrette Dressing on the Side - Feeds 2-4
DESSERTS
Chocolate Torta
Rich Creamy Flourless Chocolate Cake with a Hint of Coffee Liquor, Fresh Cream & Strawberries - Feeds 2-4
Tiramisu
Homemade Lady-fingers Sponge Cake Soaked in Espresso & Coffee Liquor, Layered with Sweet & airy Mascarpone & Zabaglione Cream. Covered with Semi-sweet Belgian Chocolate Shavings - Feeds 2-4
Bread Pudding
Toasted Italian Bread with Golden Raisins, Chocolate Chips, Soaked in a Custard Consisting of Cinnamon, Eggs, Vanilla, & Heavy Cream - Baked Until Crispy Brown, Served Warm with Whipped Cream on The Side - Feeds 2-4
Chocolate Cannoli (6pc)
Small Chocolate Covered Cannoli Shells Ricotta Filling with Candied Fruit, Chocolate Chips, Pistachios
Chocolate Cannoli (3pc)
Small Chocolate Covered Cannoli Shells Ricotta Filling with Candied Fruit, Chocolate Chips, Pistachios
Italian Cheesecake (for 2)
Our Homemade Italian Cheese Cake with Creamy Ricotta above a Marble Chocolate Pound Cake Crust - Topped with Fresh Strawberries
Strawberry Shortcake
House Made Marble Pound Cake Soaked with Strawberry Syrup Layered with Whipped Cream & Fresh Strawberry Slices -drizzled with Coffee Liquor & Sprinkled with Pistachio Nuts - Feeds 2-4
Italian Cheesecake (for 4)
Our Homemade Italian Cheese Cake with Creamy Ricotta above a Marble Chocolate Pound Cake Crust - Topped with Fresh Strawberries
Fresh Fruit Platter
Seasonal Fresh Fruit - Feeds 2-4
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Acqua Panna
Large 1 Liter Bottle Of Acqua Panna Natural Spring Water
San Pellegrino
Large 1 Liter Bottle of San Pellegrino Sparkling Natural Spring Water
Sprite Can
Water Bottle
Diet Coke Can
Coke Can
SIDES
Spinach
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic & Olive Oil - Feeds 2-3
Focaccia Bread
A Portion of our Homemade Focaccia Bread
Escarole
Sautéed Escarole with Garlic, Olive Oil & Chicken Stock - Feeds 2-3
Eggplant Parmigiana
Lightly Battered & Fried Eggplant Thinly Sliced - Layered with Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Romano Cheeses Piled High Then Baked - Feeds 2-4
Peppers & Onions
Red & Green Peppers with Spanish Onions Sautéed with Garlic, Oil & Fresh Herbs - Feeds 2-3
Sausage
Four Sweet Italian Fennel Sausage Links - Pan-Fried Approximately 3-4pcs
Meatballs
Six Over-Sized Meatballs Made with Beef & Veal Served in Our Signature Marinara Sauce
Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
A Pint OF Our Freshly Gradted Pecorino Romano Cheese
Marinara Sauce Pint
A Pint Of Our Homemade Marinara Sauce
Broccoli
Sautéed Broccoli Spears with Garlic, Olive Oil & Chicken Stock - Feeds 2-3
Contadina Roasted Potatoes
Sliced Roasted Potatoes
CARMINE'S PANTRY
Carmine’s Tomato Basil Sauce | 32 Oz. Jar
Get ready for the taste of vine-ripened tomatoes and aromatic basil with Carmine's “Award Winning” Tomato Basil Sauce. Carefully crafted by the legendary NYC Carmine's Family style restaurant. Famous for our abundant, "wow-factor" sized portions that make any meal feel like you are at an Italian American wedding feast.Carmine's Tomato Basil sauce is one of our family favorites-sweet, smooth and blended with fresh basil, it is the perfect complement to any pasta. Made with 100% Italian plum tomatoes, perfectly sauteed onions and full of flavors you can see and taste!Gluten-free and with no added sugar, it is the perfect base for a creamy tomato soup or even on a homemade pizza.Gluten-free and with no added sugar, it is the perfect base for a creamy tomato soup or even on a homemade pizza.
Carmine’s Fra Diavolo Sauce | 32 Oz. Jar
Carmine's spicy Fra Diavolo sauce is one of our family favorites-with a kick of heat, it is the perfect complement to any seafood pasta. Handcrafted by Carmine's, the legendary Family style Italian Restaurant of New York City, known for its generous family-style dishes, and “Wow-factor”.Each 32 Oz. (907 G) jar uses 100% Italian Plum tomatoes, a kick of spicy red pepper flakes and a hint of clam juice and white wine, you can enjoy this sauce right of the jar. Kick it up a notch and add to our signature spicy Fra Diavolo sauce-fresh lobster, clams, shrimp and mussels over your choice of pastaGluten-free and with no added sugar. Now, you can bring the Carmine’s celebration back home to your family.
Carmine's Celebrates Cookbook
Chef Glenn teaches home cooks how to make over a hundred classic Italian recipes for everyday feasts. Simple recipes using grocery store ingredients, each dish extracts the flavor of Italy and makes every meal worth celebrating with friends and family.
Carmine’s Marinara Sauce | 32 Oz. Jar
Our most popular Carmine’s Marinara sauce is made with 100% Italian Plum tomatoes, carefully selected for their rich flavor and sweeter and less acidic profile. To replicate the authentic Carmine's experience at home, we recommend adding freshly grated Romano cheese and basil to our signature Marinara sauce. Let it simmer and take in the aroma of the fresh herbs and natural flavors of the sauce. It is the perfect complement to pastas, lasagnas, parms and dipping sauce for garlic bread!Gluten-free and no added sugar, this is a favorite among Italians and home cooks. Now, you can bring the Carmine's celebration back home to your family.Gluten-free and no added sugar, this is a favorite among Italians and home cooks.
Carmine’s Vodka Sauce | 32 Oz. Jar
Treat yourself to the rich and creamy Carmine's Vodka Sauce, a favorite of home cooks to easily replicate one of our most popular restaurant dishes, Penne alla vodka. For over 33years, Carmine's Family Style Italian Restaurant in New York City has been serving this same classic recipe, passed down through the generations, to millions of guests a year.Made with 100% Italian Plum tomatoes, each jar (32 Oz. / 907 G) of Carmine's Vodka Sauce offers a perfect blend of tomatoes, cream, and a splash of vodka. The perfect complement to any pasta and of course our signature penne alla vodka. We recommend pairing it with any type of pasta, especially rigatoni or penne, dice up some raw seasoned chicken breast, sautee, mix and enjoy!Our sauces are gluten-free and has no sugar added. Now, you can bring the Carmine’s celebration home to your family table.